Kick your asana workout

Hi friends! How’s your morning going? It’s a cozy one over here and I’m excited to see what adventures we get into today.

Fall brings the excitement of many things, but I have to say that the return of Wildcat basketball is pretty high on the list. It was the first “real” game of the season last night, and it was just as amazing as I’d hoped. I especially love the intro, so when we can make it on time to see Wilbur wave the flag, I get kind of excited about things.

So good… and SO. MANY. DUNKS.

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Since I’m not sure what we’re up to this morning -I’m sharing some exciting moving news later today!- thought it would fun to post one of my current favorite yoga-inspired workouts. I like the addition of strength burners within the calm, and it’s kind of a fun fusion workout when I can’t make it to a class.

I didn’t provide form cues or beginner modifications for a couple of reasons: 1) I’m not a yoga teacher, but I love to practice yoga and 2) I think the best bet if you’re just getting started with yoga or yoga-inspired workouts is to take a live class. There are a lot of fantastic DVD and online resources, but with anything new, I think there’s a huge benefit from receiving live instruction and adjustment when necessary. As always, check with a doc before making any fitness changes, too.

Don’t let the looks of this one fool ya– it’s quite the asana-kicker 😉

Hope you love it!

An easy way to remember the series is that you’re doing 10 of each combo, breathing for 5 long breaths on the fold and plank. Repeat on the other side. Please let me know if you give it a try!

Are you a basketball fan? Who’s your team? (Don’t worry, we can still be friends haha)

What’s your favorite strengthening yoga pose? I love to hate chatarunga pushups. I notice definition in my arms when I practice more often, and am pretty sure it’s from cursing through those bad boys.

I’ll give it a try- yoga is like the “dessert of exercise” <3
My husband is a Phoenix Suns fan- happy NBA day today! I'm going to make myself watch more games and show interest in his interest this season 😉

This looks like the kind of yoga workout that I would really enjoy!
I love college basketball. The Texas Longhorns are my #1 team but I’ve also always been a fan of Duke’s basketball team (cause I like Coach K!).

I have only tried beginners yoga………but like it—and finding wind-down moves via YouTube in the evening, should become routine for me………..it’s good!
I like watching The Timberwolves! Kevin Love is back, Ricky Rubio—-Rick Adelman as veteran coach for the 2nd yr—-it should be exciting! Their mascot Crunch is awesome too! And the MN Lynx just won the WNBA Championship……..so that’s great:)

I’ve done yoga in the past but it hasn’t been a part of my routine for awhile. I keep telling myself that I need to incorporate it back into my life. I really really want to go to a class, but I might just give this one a try. That first pose looks killer. You are strong lady! I know I don’t “actually” know you for reals but I love exciting news and I can’t wait to hear the big announcement!!! We are not big into any sports but soccer at my house, so I didn’t even notice that it was basketball season.

Love this workout! I love yoga but I am probably the least flexible person ever. I’m not a fan of long down dogs…my hamstrings are too tight and my upper body gets tired holding them for more than a few breaths.

This is perfect! I have done zero physical activity since my half marathon a week ago. I always get lazy after long races! This yoga workout looks like a great way to get my “asana” moving again 🙂 Thanks!

looks like a great yoga workout! My favorite strengthening pose is boat pose. Such a great move for your core! I’d like to start taking more power yoga classes. I’m a big fan of Vinyasa but I’d like to try a class where you hold the poses a little longer.

I loove Yoga Workouts. I went back to my old Yoga Studio a few months ago and take 2 classes per week and really stick to it – it’s such a great alternative to my heavy weight lifting and I love the progress that comes from the regular practise, physically and mentally!

I’m a Tarheel born I’m a Tarheel bred! UNC all the way! That’s my alma mater. 🙂 We won the championship when I was there, so that was exciting.

I also love chatarunga pushups, and dancer’s pose (?…its standing bow in Bikram).

I’m not lurking your blog to see moving news or anything…;-) I’m so excited for you guys! Its such an exciting time. I love change. I see it as a chance for a fresh start and I love new environments. I grew up in the military so please don’t worry about Liv. She has a strong family foundation and lots of love, she’ll be just fine. 🙂

hey gina! i know you weren’t giving form ques because you’re not a yoga teacher, but i do have a few quick questions! (i do practice yoga, btw)
2- for half moon to warrior 3, do we go back to the middle picture or go straight into it?
6- for the boats/bridges, do we lay flat, boat, lay flat, bridge, or is it 10 boats 10 bridges?
thanks!!

oh my gosh, i am a gymnast, but those half moons to warrior 3’s KILLED! words were said, and not so nice noises were made… good thing I was in my basement haha. My hips and legs may be a bit sore tomorrow 😀

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